Gunnison Valley Events Calendar

Did you know there are many events in Crested Butte and Gunnison? See live music, take an art class, volunteer, play trivia, watch (or participate in) a ski or bike race, and more! Check this calendar to see what’s going on.

  • Firebird’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream

    Western Colorado University 600 N. Adams St., Gunnison

    This August, Firebird Theatre is proud to be able to present our next Shakespeare in the Park production: A Midsummer Night's Dream. Shakespeare's Athenian pastoral comedy about fairies, donkeys, and […]

    Free
  • Easy Jim, Live at Arrowhead Mountain Lodge

    Arrowhead Mountain Lodge 21401 Alpine Plateau Rd., Cimarron, CO, United States

    Celebrate the live Grateful Dead experience with Easy Jim at the Arrowhead Mountain Lodge on Saturday, August 30th from 6-9pm! More information can be found at www.arrowheadmtlodge.com.

  • BOSS Ross Painting Class! 10+

    Gunnison Arts Center 102 South Main St, Gunnison, CO, United States

    Join artist Sarah Sharsmith for a relaxed, step-by-step painting night inspired by Bob Ross-complete with fluffy clouds, soft brushstrokes, and happy accidents.

    $35 – $50
  • Yonder Mtn String Band

    I Bar Ranch 850 Co Rd 49, Gunnison, CO, United States

    Night two of Yonder Mtn String Band!

  • The Grand Traverse Bike

    Crested Butte Nordic Center 620 2nd St, Crested Butte, CO, United States

    The Grand Traverse Mountain Bike is no ordinary mountain bike race. It is a point-to-point from Aspen to Crested Butte, Colorado. In total, bikers travel 40 miles across the Elk […]

  • Abra Karbin Ceramics at People’s Fair

    Elk Avenue Crested Butte

    I'm bringing the full rainbow to the Paragon People's Fair in Crested Butte this Labor Day Weekend, August 31-September 1. Come find me among the mountains, the artists, the wildly […]

    Free to Attend
  • A Louisiana style Community Crawfish Boil

    Zuni West Brewing 235 Elcho Ave, Crested Butte South, CO, United States

    A community gathering supporting CB State of Mind. Come down to Zuni West Brewing for a Community Crawfish Boil benefiting CB State of Mind. Doors open at 1:30pm, food will […]

    $596 – $4698
  • Firebird’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream

    Western Colorado University 600 N. Adams St., Gunnison

    This August, Firebird Theatre is proud to be able to present our next Shakespeare in the Park production: A Midsummer Night's Dream. Shakespeare's Athenian pastoral comedy about fairies, donkeys, and […]

    Free
  • Monday Mornings at the Museum

    Crested Butte Museum 331 Elk Ave, Crested Butte, CO, United States

    Calling all caregivers of little ones, bring yourself and your mini crew over to the museum on select Monday mornings for a free casual, unstructured play hour with other parents […]

    Free
  • Monday Night Magic

    Storyweaver Games 901 W Tomichi Unit 2, Gunnison, CO, United States

    Calling All Magic: The Gathering Players! Join us at Storyweaver Games every Monday and Friday night for an exciting Magic the Gathering experience! Whether you're a seasoned pro or a […]

    Free

Annual events in Crested Butte and Gunnison

Gunnison Valley is also host to several beloved annual events. A classic winter event is The Alley Loop, a Nordic ski race that doubles as a costume contest. In fall, Mt. Crested Butte hosts the famous Chili and Beer Festival. Every summer in Gunnison, a crowd gathers to watch America’s fourth-oldest rodeo, Cattlemen’s Days. There are also festivals in Crested Butte that celebrate local art, music, wildflowers, and more. Attending an annual event is a good way to connect with the culture of the Gunnison Valley. You might even create a new tradition for you and your family and friends!

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Nordic skiers race in two lines dressed in costumes on a snowy downtown street